Gluten sensitivity, present in perhaps fifteen percent of Americans suggests intolerance to wheat, barley, spelt, Kamut, couscous, oats, rye, teff, amaranth, quinoa, and perhaps soy. Wheat sensitivity is the most common cause of mouth ulcers. Clinically, there is a definite link with consumption of arginine-rich grains and chocolate with bursts in the expression of herpetic viral vesicles in mucus membranes; or on dry skin, thickening, crusting areas on the lips, fingertips, or nose.

Whilst not medically proven, 2 treatments daily for 2 days has been found to be effective in the treatment of aphthous ulcers. See similar questions...

Once a person is infected with h. pylori, the h. pylori can attack the mucus coating that usually protects the stomach and the duodenum. Since the coating is weakened, acidic stomach juices can easily irritate the very sensitive stomach lining beneath. Eventually this will cause a sore, the stomach/ duodenal ulcer. Ulcers can be very painful. In severe cases people wake up in the mornings with blood in their mouth. Unfortunately, h. See similar questions...

Ulcers can be caused by broken teeth, poorly fitting dentures or sharp pieces of food. Once the cause is removed, ulcers should heal within 2 weeks. If you notice an ulcer which does not heal, see your dentist straight away. See similar questions...

Ulcers are sores that appear inside the mouth and can be itchy or painful. A recurrent ulcer is one that comes and goes, sometimes every few weeks. They are different from cold sores, which appear on the outer lips and are due to a virus infection. See similar questions...

Video monitor problems are usually caused by mis-matches of the monitor and the chosen monitor profile. They are usually characterized by no video on the monitor (this could also be due to the system hanging) or un-synchronized video. If no monitor profile is available for your monitor you may need to choose a generic monitor profile. Before doing this, make sure you know what the maximum horizontal and vertical frequencies of your monitor are. See similar questions...

Mouth ulcers and canker sores are not diseases, therefore there can be no "cure". Stomastat® does, however, help get rid of the symptoms very rapidly. See similar questions...

Traditionally, in our society the blame of childlessness is always on wife. It is not true. Both Husband and Wife are responsible for making a baby so problem could be in either of partner or both. In Males, cause may be less number of sperm & poor quality sperm or nil sperms while in females, main reason are deficient egg formation, hormonal disturbances, blocked tube, endometriosis, Tuberculosis and other infections. See similar questions...

Yes. However, anyone making any changes or additions to their diet should be observed by their physician. See similar questions...

Yes. You want to prevent dry mouth if possible, because it can cause difficulty in tasting, chewing or swallowing. It also allows plaque to build up on your teeth faster, leading to a higher risk of cavities. In certain cases, a lack of moisture can make your tongue become very sensitive, causing a condition called burning mouth syndrome. Dry mouth can also lead to bad breath, ulceration or soreness of the mouth, gum disease and difficulty in wearing dentures. See similar questions...

Dry mouth can be a symptom of many different problems including getting older. Quite often it is a side effect of medication, especially heart, blood pressure and depression tablets. Your doctor, chemist or dentist should be able to tell you whether your medication can cause problems. Dry mouth can also be a result of medical treatment such as radiotherapy or surgery to the head and neck. See similar questions...

Saliva is a very important part of your dental health. As explained before, the enzymes in saliva help to break down food while you are chewing, allowing easier swallowing. Some people do find that they have difficulty swallowing when their saliva flow is affected. Saliva is also very important in the fight against tooth decay. It contains a number of ingredients which help to fight the bacteria that form dental plaque and cause decay and gum disease. See similar questions...

Most cases of mouth cancer are linked to tobacco and alcohol. Cigarette, cigar and pipe smoking are the main forms of tobacco use in the UK. However, the traditional ethnic habits of chewing tobacco, betel quid, gutkha and paan are particularly dangerous. Alcohol increases the risk of mouth cancer, and if tobacco and alcohol are consumed together the risk is even greater. Over-exposure to sunlight can also increase the risk of cancer of the lips. See similar questions...

Mouth sores are irritating, painful and many times unsightly. There are numerous causes of mouth sores including bacterial, viral or fungal infections. Even a loose orthodontic wire, an ill-fitting denture, or a sharp edge created by a broken tooth or filling can cause mouth sores. Mouth sores may also be symptoms of a disease or disorder. Be sure to have your dentist examine mouth sores that last more than one week. See similar questions...

Aviralex is only recommended to be used topically on herpes lesions and cold sores on the face. Aviralex can be used on other areas but only under guidance. See similar questions...

The most common causes of tooth loss are dental caries, also known as tooth decay, and periodontal disease, which affects the gums and bone structure that supports the teeth. Dental caries are the major cause of tooth loss in children, and periodontal disease is the major cause of tooth loss in adults; however, it too can afflict youngsters. See similar questions...

When a bottle of paint thinner is poured down the drain, used motor oil is allowed to run into the storm sewer, or an aerosol can of pesticide is thrown out with the trash, we may be poisoning our water supply. Wastewater treatment plants are not designed to handle certain types of hazardous wastes. Stormwater systems run directly into rivers and lakes. And from landfills, some toxic materials can filter into the groundwater or evaporate into the air. See similar questions...

Thrush is an infection caused by a yeast called Candida, which is present is everyone's mouth. Candida is attracted to the material used to make dentures, so it's fairly common for denture wearers to develop the infection. Thrush can cause the areas under the denture, or at the side of the mouth, to become sore and reddened. It can't be passed from person to person and it's relatively easy to treat by applying an anti-fungal cream to your mouth and soaking your dentures in a sterilizing medium. See similar questions...

The other cause of ulcer is usually aspirin or arthritis-type medication. Some people secrete very high levels of acid. Occasionally viruses can cause shallow ulcers. There are rare conditions, cause unknown, in which ulcers can develop in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract. See similar questions...